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What is Naturopathic Medicine?

Naturopathic medicine is a distinct system of medicine that skillfully combines natural therapeutic traditions with modern science to restore and optimize health.

Holistic Healthcare Through Natural Medicine

Benefits of Natural Medicine

Treats Root Causes

Naturopathic medicine emphasizes the importance of considering and addressing root causes of medical ailments. A naturopathic doctor (ND) is dedicated to helping their patients achieve improved health and quality of life through tailored diets, lifestyle modifications, and recommendations that best suit the patient’s specific health and lifestyle needs.

NDs Work Together with Patients

The connection between naturopathic doctors and their patients is a mutually-beneficial relationship of education and healing. Not only do naturopathic doctors treat their patients, they also provide knowledge and understanding regarding the underlying mechanisms of treatment and prevention to empower patients to become more engaged in their own health. By understanding the big picture of their health, patients can develop new strategies to maintain a healthier lifestyle.

Prioritize Non-Invasive Treatments

Naturopathic medicine strongly believes in the tenet of “first, do no harm,” which emphasizes non-invasive treatments for a range of health issues. Patients often work with the guidance of a licensed naturopathic doctor to combine dietary and lifestyle changes, herbal supplementation, and other gentle therapies with conventional medical remedies. This cautious, holistic approach helps ensure the treatment plan is tailored to each person’s specific needs.

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How to Find a Licensed Natural Medicine Practitioner

Check your state's requirements

Naturopathic medicine is regulated differently in each state. Check your state’s laws for details on naturopathic doctors’ scope of practice. Some states license and regulate naturopathic doctors while others do not yet license them at all. 

Research naturopathic doctors in your area

Once you know the licensing requirements in your state, research naturopathic doctors in your area. Look for doctors who are licensed and have a good reputation.

Check their credentials

Once you have a list of potential naturopathic doctors, check their credentials. Make sure they have graduated from an accredited naturopathic medical school and have passed the Naturopathic Physicians Licensing Examination (NPLEX).

Read reviews

Look for reviews of the naturopathic doctors you are considering. Reviews can give you a sense of the doctor’s bedside manner and the effectiveness of their treatments.

Schedule a consultation

Once you have narrowed down your list of potential naturopathic doctors, schedule a consultation. This will give you the opportunity to meet the doctor, ask questions, and get a sense of their approach to treatment. Be prepared by learning what to expect at a naturopathic consultation.

How to Find a Licensed Natural Medicine Practitioner

Check your state's requirements

Naturopathic medicine is regulated differently in each state. Check your state’s laws for details on naturopathic doctors’ scope of practice. Some states license and regulate naturopathic doctors while others do not yet license them at all.

Research naturopathic doctors in your area

Once you know the licensing requirements in your state, research naturopathic doctors in your area. Look for doctors who are licensed and have a good reputation.

Check their credentials

Once you have a list of potential naturopathic doctors, check their credentials. Make sure they have graduated from an accredited naturopathic medical school and have passed the Naturopathic Physicians Licensing Examination (NPLEX).

Read reviews

Look for reviews of the naturopathic doctors you are considering. Reviews can give you a sense of the doctor’s bedside manner and the effectiveness of their treatments.

Schedule a consultation

Once you have narrowed down your list of potential naturopathic doctors, schedule a consultation. This will give you the opportunity to meet the doctor, ask questions, and get a sense of their approach to treatment. Be prepared by learning what to expect at a naturopathic consultation.

Common Conditions Treated With Natural Medicine

Naturopathic medicine is an ideal choice for those suffering from chronic conditions, including asthma, arthritis, muscle pain, allergies, digestive issues, insomnia, skin ailments, fatigue, and other issues related to stress or diet. Naturopathic doctors are also qualified to treat colds, flu and bronchitis.

Meet a Naturopathic Doctor

Dr. Ashok Bhandari is a naturopathic physician based out of Bellevue, Washington, specializing in regenerative sports medicine and is a highly sought-after doctor and educator in the field of natural medicine. He is on a mission to bring effective, cause-oriented, restorative medicine to the masses.

Though specializing in regenerative sports medicine in clinical practice, Dr. Bhandari places a heavy emphasis on individualized diet and lifestyle modifications. He believes that all treatments must be built on top of this strong foundation.

Learn more about Dr. Bhandari here >>

INM Residency Consortium

The Institute for Natural Medicine’s innovative new model for a two-year Naturopathic Primary Care Residency provides residency with a sustainable approach to funding.  Each resident receives training in all aspects of a successful ND practice, including medical support, office tasks, billing, leadership, business training, and most importantly, mentoring, shadowing, and casework as a naturopathic physician. This is a rapidly growing program that has the potential to significantly grow throughout the United States with donor support.

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Naturally Well

We believe that good health starts at a young age. That’s why INM is teaming up with youth services in local at-risk communities to support lifelong health among children and their families through our Naturally Well program.  Taught by a naturopathic doctor, this video and gaming app series focuses on culinary nutrition to give kids the skills they need to make better food and life choices.

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INM Primary Care Task Force

This organization spearheads outreach at underserved rural and urban health centers and creates primary care positions for naturopathic physicians in Oregon, Idaho, Alaska, and Washington. The Task Force promotes naturopathic physicians as an answer to the primary care provider shortages across the Pacific Northwest region.

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INM Residency Consortium

The Institute for Natural Medicine’s innovative new model for a two-year Naturopathic Primary Care Residency provides residency with a sustainable approach to funding.  

Learn More >>

Naturally Well

Taught by a naturopathic doctor, this video and gaming app series focuses on culinary nutrition to give kids the skills they need to make better food and life choices.

Learn More >>

INM Primary Care Task Force

This organization spearheads outreach at underserved rural and urban health centers and creates primary care positions for naturopathic physicians in Oregon, Idaho, Alaska, and Washington. 

Learn More >>

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